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Quality Assurance Lead

The successful candidate will lead a project with about 20 QA Testers to test software products and try to “break” the game and related development tools. The QA Lead will develop and execute software test plans/procedures, execute test cases, track bugs, review daily builds and identify and provide detailed reporting of issues, attend daily meetings and keep production up to date on potential design issues as well as problems with the build. Candidates should be goal oriented, methodical problem solvers with strong communication (written and verbal) skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:• Create test plans and lead their QA team in day to day testing execution of the product and related development tools• Work closely with development team to provide top notch QA support• Identify, track and verify the resolution of issues through to the end of the testing process• Perform daily performance testing and tracking of results• Clarify issues and provide detailed information when necessary• Work closely and coordinate with the central QA team in Redmond, Washington• Assist in the generation and execution of test cases• Evaluate milestone builds against tests for completion• Communicate and present QA results and updates to the team. Provide status updates on progress towards project goals.• Participate in daily meetings communicating any changes to the QA team• Organize regular development team play sessions • Assist in identifying future QA needs and requirements• Assist in development of new QA Tools.• As we build out our QA team, assist in growth and development of QA department and staff.

REQUIREMENTS:• 3+ years of testing experience in the gaming industry is required• At least 1 year of experience in a relevant project/people leadership role required• Ability to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills• Ability to write detailed, accurate test plans• Good understanding of game development techniques• Methodical, self-starter, proactive attitude• Ability to stay focused in a high-pressure, team environment• Ability to manage multiple assigned tasks• Familiarity/Ability to troubleshoot PC/Console Hardware/Software• Excellent skills using MS Office (Project, Power Point, Excel) and other relevant software• Enthusiasm and knowledge of video games and a love for breaking games and fixing bugs• Experience/familiarity with game development tools • Experience/familiarity with automation and telemetry• Experience using command line arguments and expressions• Experience with Console Game certification process and guidelines• Experience with scripting languages for automation: PowerShell, Python, Jscript is a plus